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Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jess Birken from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about delegating more effectively.Jess is the former CEO & Managing Partner at Urban Birken PLLC, a boutique firm that specialized in serving the nonprofit community. She has worked with nonprofit organizations for most of her career. Before becoming a private practice attorney, she spent four years inside a national nonprofit organization, Pheasants Forever.She worked her way through law school and had the beginnings of a promising career in criminal law after graduation. However, Jess quickly realized that going to court is depressing! In court, the toothpaste is out of the tube and you’re just trying to clean up the mess. Her colleagues reassured her that she would become callous and get used to the grim reality. But she thought that sounded like a terrible personal outcome and decided she needed to change course. Jess really missed the nonprofit sector. As a result, She went back to grad school and earned a Masters in Nonprofit Management. She rejoined the nonprofit sector through her work with Pheasants Forever where her role was a marriage of attorney work and federal grant management and administration. Since that time, Jess has run her own firms and is now the owner of Birken Law Office a firm designed to help nonprofits.1:16 there are some things that suck4:05 you know this drill7:12 the two Bobs from corporate10:02 why is this all worth it14:28 in managing your inbox17:03 it’s too weirdWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Dustin Saiidi! They dive into the journey of the Legal Ninja system. If you’re interested in learning more about delegation, systems, and automating those repetitive data entry tasks, check out this week’s episode.Dustin Saiidi has been a licensed attorney since 2010. He runs a thriving work comp practice based out of Los Angeles. He found his staff getting burnt out from doing lots of repetitive, labor-intensive tasks so he created a legal tech company called Legal Ninja, which helps law firms replace manual data entry with automation and more than triple their efficiency.3:08 sponsor of MaxLawCon 20226:58 Legal Ninja10:14 one of the problems we have with delegating14:03 trying to micromanage18:16 automatically prepopulate 22:13 tech companyJim’s Hack: Be more like Apple, less like Microsoft. Remove the complexity and keep things simple.Dustin’s Tip: Check out The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller. Ask yourself, What is the one thing I could be doing such that by doing it, I will fill in the blank?Tyson’s Tip: Check out the app HiHello for digital business cards. They offer a free version and it’s easy to use.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with some of the different speakers featured at MaxLawCon 2022. If you’re curious about what this year’s MaxLawCon was all about, check out this episode.1:38 Guild mastermind4:09 he delivered from start to finish8:21 well orchestrated12:03 such a great high16:52 start with the sand20:39 Kajabi24:45 seeing where they are nowMichael's Hack: Take a deep look inside your firm. You don’t want to be viewed as the firm that no one wants to work with. Hiring is challenging right now, so do awesome things to keep your people and create a good system that makes people want to apply. Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Paul Yokabitus from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about how to use Facebook ad campaigns as a mechanism for scale.Paul is a talented and experienced Estate Planning Lawyer in Cary, NC who was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The economic downturn led Paul and his wife, Alix, to the Triangle where Paul attended Campbell University School of Law and later planted his roots in the Cary community. His focus on the client-attorney relationship and the peace of mind of his clients sets Paul apart from other traditional lawyers.1:18 Facebook campaigns4:26 pair that with an irresistible offer8:04 webinars take it to the next level12:16 trial and error16:32 you’re probably giving up too soon19:08 this is the 20 that makes the 80Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Ryan Anderson! They dive into the journey all about Filevine. If you’re interested in learning more about what they’re doing to improve, changes being made, and what’s to come, check out this week’s episode.As a former litigator, Ryan designed Filevine with the end-user in mind, focusing on unlocking customer and user efficiency by optimizing automation of technology. Today, rated as one of the top automation tools for legal work for a diverse range of organizations by size and function, Filevine is on a continual path of growth. Ryan led Filevine’s acquisition of both Lead Docket, the top lead intake management solution for law firms, and Outlaw, the most innovative contract and document platform on the market. In 2020, Ryan was named a CEO of the Year by Utah Business. Ryan is a proud husband and father of 6 children and resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. Ryan earned his law degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. His goal is to provide a comprehensive solution to business leaders in search of a workflow transformation solution.3:04 CEO of Filevine7:05 law firms and businesses11:20 that can be a challenge16:26 features I can point to20:06 I genuinely care25:42 new category for legal software28:07 we’re excited to show peopleJim’s Hack: Check out Storytelling with Data: A Data Visualization Guide for Business Professionals by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic. It’s all about how to tell your story and convey information to clients, especially to your team all by using data in ways you’re not used to looking at data.Ryan’s Tip: Check out The Overstory by Richard Powers. It’s a great fiction novel about trees. Tyson’s Tip: Take the challenge and try to drink a gallon of water a day. It does incredible things for your body! Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with Gyi Tsakalakis and Conrad Saam! They dive into the journey of digital marketing and your legal practice. If you’re interested in learning more about tips, tricks, marketing, and SEO, check out this week’s episode.Gyi Tsakalakis helps lawyers grow their practices online. As a non-practicing lawyer, Gyi is familiar with the unique considerations of ethically and effectively marketing a law practice online. He founded AttorneySync to provide lawyers with more effective, transparent, and accountable digital legal marketing results. He proudly serves as a Co-Chair of ABATECHSHOW 2023 and hopes to see you there. He is passionate about Michigan football, coffee, and stoicism.After leading marketing efforts for Avvo, Conrad Saam left and founded Mockingbird Marketing, an online marketing agency focused exclusively on the legal market. Conrad is the author of “The FindLaw Jailbreak Guide,” a Google Small Business Advisor, and has held positions for various ABA Practice Management marketing committees. In his spare time, he enjoys publishing Cease and Desist letters from unscrupulous vendors called out for misleading the legal industry.1:05 Lunch Hour Legal Marketing4:18 poked the legal industry8:46 a lot better and a lot more13:38 that’s what tech’s all about17:01 first Metaverse law firm20:09 build relationships24:06 to clear buckets in referrals28:36 from an SEO standpoint32:48 business development36:07 budgetJim’s Hack: Implementing AnyTrack.io is providing a weekly sheet of all the leads to the firm that comes in and where everyone falls out of the funnel. It also tracks people from the time they come into our atmosphere, which will allow the firm to dial in exactly where the leads are coming from. Gyi’s Tip: Create feedback loops. There are often a lot of improvement opportunities in law firms, starting from the point of first contact. The feedback loop is a great way to regularly ask clients, team members, other lawyers, etc for feedback about the entire legal process from start to finish. Conrad’s Tip: All about velocity. How quickly are people moving through your funnel? This will give you a good metric for responsiveness and the ability to get people from one step to the next.Tyson’s Tip: Leaky funnel! Look and track your abandoned calls within your phone software system to see where the leak might be in your funnel. If you don’t know about it, you could be losing out on a lot of cases.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Melanie Leonard from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about life-changing automation. Melanie Leonard is an attorney, an entrepreneur, and one of the leading authorities on the use of legal practice management software. She graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2002 and began practicing at mid-sized firms. Disillusioned by their inefficiencies, Melanie left to start her own firm in 2006. And, over the next 12 years, she built a thriving real estate law practice. An early adopter of Clio, Melanie became one of the first Clio Certified Consultants. She developed a passion for helping other firms achieve amazing results with their own use of practice management software. In 2018, Melanie sold her law practice to pursue her passion full time and streamlined.legal was born. In just two years, streamlined.legal has become one of the most sought-after consulting firms in the legal tech industry, having received Clio’s Partner Led Excellence Award in 2019 and 2020. Melanie lives in the Chicagoland area but stays true to her roots as a native Texan. When not streamlining law firms, Melanie enjoys playing with her two adorable kids and riding her beloved Peloton.2:02 robotic process automation6:23 maybe this and maybe that9:22 it might change it for the worst12:04 decision fatigue15:48 to top it offWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Brian Reidy from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about sales and making a client’s life better based on what you have to offer.Brian was a Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney. As a prosecutor, he successfully upheld convictions of murder, home invasion, and burglary. He spent also two years in the Juvenile Division, where he worked closely with the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS), the Office of the Public Guardian, and the Public Defender to find permanent solutions for Illinois families involved in suspected child abuse, neglect, and/or dependency.Many years ago, Brian had to face a custody battle right when he was hired by the Cook County state’s attorney. He was a brand new attorney, and he was suddenly involved in a custody battle. Brian was scared. He didn’t expect to be in this situation and didn’t know what to do. Many people think that lawyers know everything, but the reality is he didn’t know anything about child custody at that time, so he was scared! Brian sat on the other side of the attorney-client table, he didn’t know what to expect or what to do. After gaining custody of his son, he learned how to help people in a similar situation. He used his personal experience, and then he gained additional professional experience with the state’s attorney, as well as in private practice. Brian has taken these personal and professional experiences, and he went out on his own because he believed there was a better way to help people through these difficult times in their life.1:12 sales4:24 where are they now, and then where do they want to be 8:05 what is going to happen next12:11 I ask questions, you give some answers16:28 time, money, and reputation19:53 that’s the option I wantWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Elise, Emilia, and Lindsay! They dive into the journey of preparing for maternity leave as a law owner. If you’re interested in learning more about what this looks like, what needs to be figured out, and addressing various concerns, check out this week’s episode.1:03 powerhouse4:13 concerns8:00 where’s the money coming from12:08 ups and downs16:37 it can still continue to evolve20:10 maternity policy25:25 absolute flexibilityJim’s Hack: Check out Best’s Buys totaltech membership. Having the Geek Squad and other benefits available is fantastic!Elise’s Tip: To stop using the word busy. Instead use the word full. Think about your life being full and full of things that you’re choosing. Lindsay’s Tip: Reflect on your customer or client experience and ask, why does this suck and how can I make it better?Emilia’s Tip: Think about hiring a coach to prepare you for maternity leave. As a business owner having the many conversations that need to be had with someone that understands is invaluable.Tyson’s Tip: To create a maternity/paternity policy and get the necessary feedback from your employees and put the policy in place.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Kelsey Bratcher from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about automating your intake process no matter your technical ability.Kelsey Bratcher is an automation expert for small law firms. He is a Zapier Certified Expert, Pipedrive Partner, and the host of the Get Automated Podcast. He has been helping small businesses leverage the power of automation for 13 years and has saved over 15,000,000 minutes for him and his client's businesses.1:32 implement automation5:14 scheduled with these scheduling tools9:00 two way messaging platforms13:15 CRM17:04 break it down into chunksWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Emilia Coto from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about the different lessons she learned.Emilia is the founder of Sisu Legal, a law firm in Windsor, Ontario. She will be opening an office in Troy, Michigan soon. Her focus is on immigration law and more specifically, family sponsorship. Sisu legal is on a mission to provide accessible, innovative, and effective legal services. Prior to founding Sisu Legal, Emilia was a lawyer at a mid-sized firm for three years.1:11 done is better than perfect4:24 what impact do you want to have in the world8:28 always keep my eye out11:03 the daily overwhelm14:04 many different definitions of success people haveWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, William Woodford! They dive into the journey of creating a next-generation law firm that challenges the status quo. If you’re interested in learning more about leaving big law, the high-value things in your firm, and the potential future of law, check out this week’s episode.William is an IP lawyer with 20 years of experience handling high-stakes litigation. Recently, he won a $31M jury verdict for his client in a patent infringement case. William uses his litigation experience to provide cutting-edge counseling on a variety of other issues, such as patent portfolio evaluation, development, and management, IP licensing, technology commercialization, and strategies for avoiding disputes.Before founding Avantech Law in 2021, William was a principal at Fish & Richardson. He co-founded Fish’s contingent fee practice and was an elected member of the firm's finance committee for eight years. He is known as a leader in creative fee arrangements, especially for start-ups and small companies that require flexibility and certainty.2:10 Fish and Richardson5:51 leaving big law9:17 maximize what you can get13:17 take two different approaches17:17 big opportunity for boutiques21:01 more desire for different types of fee arrangementsJim’s Hack: A couple of good questions to ask. The first one is from Dan Sullivan, asking if you were sitting here today three years from now what would have to have happened for you to feel like you’ve made progress? The other is from Jerry Colonna, who wrote the book Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up, asking, how have I been complicit in creating the conditions that I say I don’t want? Third, Nancy Kline, who wrote The Promise That Changes Everything, which asks, what might you be assuming that is stopping you?William’s Tip: With the resistance to change, there are a lot of assumptions that go with that; whether you’re a big company or small company, don’t be locked into what the industry puts in front of you. Think outside the box!Tyson’s Tip: During your weekly huddle or meeting, choose one person in your firm to have all the other people say one nice thing about them.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Tyson Mutrux from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about what to do from this point forward.Tyson always wanted to be an attorney, but when he was younger he didn’t think it was possible. Neither one of his parents graduated from high school and money wasn’t something they had a lot of. His dad and mom both worked two jobs and taught him the value of hard work. As a mechanic, Tyson’s dad knew how grueling manual labor can be, so he intentionally wouldn’t let him work on cars so that he wouldn’t follow in his footsteps.1:08 gotta get your mind right first4:20 you should be finding out that one thing9:24 implemented traction13:16 those are the steps that we’re taking16:09 systems, systems, systemsWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jim Hacking from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn more about if obtaining additional cases is actually what you want.Jim graduated in 1997 from the Saint Louis University School of Law. Since 2007, his practice has been devoted to immigration law. He launched Hacking Immigration Law in 2008 and his firm has grown to over 30 employees and helped thousands of individuals obtain their immigration benefits. He is the co-founder of Maximum Lawyer. He and his wife (and law partner) Amany Ragab Hacking have four children. In 2009 and 2013, the Riverfront Times named Jim the Best Lawyer in St. Louis.1:57 break that mindset6:30 their problem, their pain11:14 who might know them16:27 brainstorm with me20:10 third point of contactWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, James Hux! They dive into the journey of conveying the message through employment discrimination law. If you’re interested in learning more about growth, social media, and running a tech-driven firm, check out this week’s episode.James Hux didn’t decide to go to law school until he was a junior at The Ohio State University. He had, in fact, never considered being a lawyer while growing up. His father was a pastor, his mother worked with nonprofits, and the only thing young James was sure of was that he wanted to help people. He wanted to make sure that everyone had their chance to be heard.Immediately following law school, James was fortunate enough to represent injured workers and victims of police misconduct at a personal injury firm in Dayton, Ohio. It wasn’t long before James was exposed to an employment law case and found his calling.Employment law was a perfect combination of the technical skills he had learned since law school and his innate ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He embraced the opportunity to educate employees across a wide array of industries and companies, big and small. Educate while helping them to get through a devastating time in their lives and, of course, see them prevail.1:41 weird trifecta4:30 what their rights are8:38 I’m the Jedi too12:19 structured plan16:09 when you’re a PK (preacher’s kid)20:25 educating your tribe Jim’s Hack: When you deal with angry people, convey to them that you hear them and understand their frustration. Tell them something like, “I will personally take this on and help you get a resolution.” It’s a very powerful statement and great customer service.James’s Tip: For those that work from home, find places outside of your home to work. It’s easy to get stuck working in the same space. A change of scenery can help a lot with productivity. Tyson’s Tip: Unsubscribe from at least one thing in your life each week for the next month.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Mike Allton from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about marketing your business.Mike is the Blogging Brute. He used to publish two to three blog posts per day, anywhere from six to fourteen blog posts per week. Mike once published a blog about a live video broadcast that he had been on just a few minutes after the broadcast ended. After years of publishing, speaking, and consulting, he developed a reputation as a bit of a brute when it comes to being able to write, publish and promote a blog post fast and well. In fact, there are some who might suggest that he is blogging right at this moment!1:25 prolific blogger4:27 fears, issues, concerns, needs, and goals8:07 create a new note12:19 effective piece of content16:14 works with all the major social networks20:00 deeper into your siteWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Brendan Ruane from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about sensory perceptions when it comes to color.Technical Guru Brendan with FirmFlex brings a vast array of knowledge to his team. Having worked in all aspects of digital marketing, he is able to make sure that all campaigns work and tie into other marketing efforts. He has the experience and skillset to leverage technology to make marketing easier. His hands-on approach to technical aspects of social media allows him to help law firms with pixel firing, color theory, retargeting, lead funnels, and all of the intricate details that only those at the top know and understand.1:50 what’s it like on webpages4:34 that’s the opposite end of the spectrum9:08 theme on the pageWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the differences between micromanagement and management. They dive into the journey of what managing is, what it isn’t, and if promoting your team members is the right way to go. If you’ve been looking for a way to better understand if your team members are suitable for a different role within your firm or if hiring externally might be the better option, check out this episode.2:06 four day work week5:41 management is hard9:01 have planning in place13:51 oh, we’re lawyers17:09 internal hiring21:41 little kid, little problems, big kid, big problemsJim’s Hack: When someone wants to try something new, and your inclination is to say no, you might think about counting to 10 before saying no and vice versa.Tyson’s Tip: As a personal injury firm, we have replaced our medical team with YoCierge. It’s a record-requested service that integrates well with Filevine. This business decision will save our firm about $150,000 a year. It’s definitely a game-changer! Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Larry Weinstein from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about saving money on your taxes.Larry works with business owners to structure their affairs to legally reduce the taxes that they pay and keep more of their hard-earned dollars in their pocket where it rightfully belongs. He is the author of a number of books, including The Official Business Owner's Guide to Selecting a Business Entity-How Every New and Existing Business Can Choose the Best Entity to Operate Their Business-Attorney Edition AND Nine Mistakes Attorneys Make That Cause Them to Overpay Their Taxes ...AND Eight Major Changes of the New Tax Law-How the New Tax Law Will Affect Your Practice and Your Family-Attorney Edition.1:29 strategic tax minimazation 4:49 share your knowledge9:26 AGI13:59 asset strategy17:18 schedule cWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Tyson Mutrux from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about why you need more nerds and weirdos in your life.Tyson always wanted to be an attorney, but when he was younger, he didn’t think it was possible. Neither one of his parents graduated from high school, and money wasn’t something he had a lot of. His dad and mom both worked two jobs and taught him the value of hard work. As a mechanic, his dad knew how grueling manual labor could be, so he intentionally wouldn’t let Tyson work on cars so that he wouldn’t follow in his footsteps.He owes a lot to his parents, his wife, his family, and his friends for where he is today. Tyson can point to two moments in his life that led him to become a lawyer. The first may seem trivial to most, but it isn’t to him. On his high school graduation day, Tyson received a book from one of his favorite teachers, Mrs. Morgan. The book? The Street Lawyer, by John Grisham. The plot of the book isn’t what mattered; it was the message. Mrs. Morgan had always encouraged him to become a lawyer, and this was another nudge down that path. With the simple act of giving him that book, she was telling Tyson to follow his dream. The book is great, by the way – he still has the original she gave him.1:38 these are my nerds and weirdos4:08 I like weirdos a lot9:00 Jim’s feet in socks and sandals12:00 unlock your inner weirdoWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Brett Trembly! They dive into the journey of hiring and culture. If you’re interested in learning more about law firm growth, delegation, and team building, check out this week’s episode.Brett is the wearer of many talented hats, including lawyer, entrepreneur, author, and delegation expert. His recognitions include the published author of the book called the Danger Zones and is part of the Inc. 5000 (x 2) club. He is an adjunct professor of Miami Law and owner of the Trembly Law Firm, where he oversees a 30+ employee team, including 11 attorneys. Brett is also the co-founder of Get Staffed Up, where he oversees a 100+ employee team.5:10 the mock trial team9:14 the right hire, they make you money12:08 try to track your time16:04 the hiring pros20:00 double revenue24:01 helping really amazing people28:05 we’re on the mapJim’s Hack: Check out the book called, The Promise That Changes Everything: I Won’t Interrupt You. The lesson is to just listen without feeling the need to jump in and solve whatever someone else is talking about.Brett’s Tip: Delegate your way to freedom. Find something this week that you know you shouldn’t be doing and have someone else do it.Tyson’s Tip: Pick one KPI or one number that is the most important to your firm and put it on your wall as a reminder to track it. It will help remind you on a daily basis about what is important.Watch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Alycia Kinchloe from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about running two businesses at the same time.Alycia is the founder of Kinchloe Law. She earned her law degree from Temple University's Beasley School of Law. In law school, Alycia was a member of student government and was a member of Temple's prestigious Trial Advocacy Program. She also worked as a teaching assistant for the Program. Alycia later attended St. Joseph's University Haub School of Business, where she earned an Executive MBA and expanded her knowledge of business. 1:58 Blazer is my baby6:20 that’s a skillset10:00 moving things forward14:14 a lot of reflection18:03 they have your time, your full attentionWatch the podcast here. Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jay Henderson from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about how to maximize your potential.Jay is a performance & leadership expert, speaker and the author of The Ultimate Guide to Hiring Super-Stars in Any Small Business. He is also the creator of the 5 Shifts to Greater Profits – a proven method that accelerates any business result you seek. Jay is one of the most sought-after leadership performance consultants and hiring expertsin the country, regularly speaking at national conventions for business leaders.1:56 interference everywhere5:15 what made the difference9:03 three core decision making dimensions13:17 we need high standards16:43 go in with a new KPI20:01 problem with my profits24:18 wrong focus, not enough trust27:03 you need that gapWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, John Ting! They dive into the journey of starting a law firm fresh out of law school and all of the nuggets that come with it. If you’re interested in learning more about the importance of delegation, operations, and taking action, check out this week’s episode.John is known as the Immigration Problem Solver™. His personal mission is to help lawyers be better professionals in the community and have more freedom in their law practice. He provides divorce representation for domestic violence survivors through CHETNA and DAYA on a pro bono basis. John was awarded the 2016 Pro Bono of the Year by the National Asian American Bar Association.2:43 public interest minded mission6:37 anticipating the future10:09 video software15:07 my goal is to exit18:13 building that culture22:07 use a call to actionJim’s Hack: A reflection piece to ask yourself is, what questions are seeking your attention at this time in your life?John’s Tip: Check out the shared inbox app called Missive. It includes email, social media messaging, and a live chat widget for your website. It offers all your tools in one place.Tyson’s Tip: For those that enjoy gardening, check out the Lomi composter. It composts paper, food scraps, and even plastics within hours to put back into your garden.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Ryan Locke from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how he became above the fold famous in the year 2020.Ryan helps people who have been injured and people who have been unjustly convicted. Formerly a public defender, he uses the same passion and relentless advocacy to obtain great results for his clients today.He has filed appeals in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and all Georgia appellate courts. Ryan regularly appears in the Georgia Supreme Court to appeal murder cases. For his injured clients, he has recovered millions of dollars from negligent drivers and property owners.1:08 how to become famous5:12 structural error10:48 looked like an IKEA14:13 send that to every reporterWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Steven Lefkoff from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about creating a legal product.Lefkoff Law is a full-service boutique firm that represents businesses throughout Georgia. The firm is committed to creating partnerships with clients while providing high-quality counsel. As the principal and founding attorney, Steven focuses on developing strategies that help his clients with their legal needs. He cares about his clients and empathizes with each situation. Lefkoff Law values integrity, flexibility, and results. Whether you are seeking business litigation services or Magistrate Court coaching, Lefkoff Law can help achieve the best resolution.2:17 no financial sense6:37 keep being that10:08 we all discount ourselves14:11 I’ve got to solve my problem18:04 that was so coolWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with, Laura Frederick! They dive into the journey from opening her own firm to contracting. If you’re interested in learning more about the importance of building your online community, contract drafting, and negotiation, check out this week’s episode.Laura is the founder of How to Contract, a digital learning hub that helps lawyers and professionals master contract drafting and negotiation skills. She is an ex-Tesla and ex-Morrison & Foerster lawyer with over 26 years of experience, a bestselling legal author, and a LinkedIn influencer.2:37 international contracts6:25 time management9:45 opening my own firm13:37 contract tips on LinkedIn17:14 personal contract playbook21:07 magician’s tricks24:23 ask me anything callJim’s Hack: Take your one-star reviews to your community and ask them to help you out by leaving a five-star review. Taking one negative review and turning it into more positive reviews.Laura’s Tip: Use LinkedIn to give all that you have to give. Help people, add comments to other posts, answer questions, etc. Do as much as you can to benefit others without expecting an ROI.Tyson’s Tip: Check out the book, Damages Evolving by David Ball, Artemis Malekpour, Courtney Rowley & Nicholas Rowley. The approach they take is treating their clients as human beings.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Morris Lilienthal from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to grow your circle of influence. The son of a judicial assistant for a district court judge, Morris Lilienthal grew up around the courthouse and quickly developed a passion for the law. He is a 2003 graduate of Cumberland School of Law, where he finished in the top fifth of his class. While at Cumberland, Morris served as president of Cumberland College Democrats and was on the Moot Court board.1:41 connect with people5:12 repurposing everything you do10:17 do it yourself plan14:09 people relate to that18:14 people love recipesWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bernard Nomberg from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how you can make your mark. Bernard D. Nomberg has practiced civil litigation in Birmingham, Alabama, since 1995. His practice concentrates on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury claims. He is admitted to practice in the United States District Courts of Alabama and in the 11th Circuit, United States Court of Appeals.2:12 marketing yourself without marketing yourself5:35 started doing it each week9:23 that’s what brings us together13:53 Facebook groups17:06 you’re enjoying the topicWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one another about the need for speed. They dive into the journey of how fast things are moving these days. If you’ve been looking for a way to speed up things in your firm, check out this episode.2:47 mastermind prompt5:24 automated contract9:16 lawsuits13:51 speed and processes17:14 the opposition21:42 doing the essential tasks25:05 that’s how you winJim’s Hack: Check out the book, Blitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massivelyit’s all about moving fast. Tyson’s Tip: Joey Vitale offers Trademarks for entrepreneurs; they are his jam! If you have something you need to be trademarked, check out his website.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Nicole Christie from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn how to get the word out about the one thing that you do.Nicole is licensed to practice in Connecticut and is a member of the American Bar Association, and Connecticut Bar Association. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Wesleyan University and a Juris Doctor Degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law. Nicole graduated from law school with honors. She also has a Certificate in Theology. Attorney Christie has been an active member of a church for over 20 years. In her youth, she served as a Sunday School teacher and Pastoral Committee Secretary.1:03 riches are in the niches4:20 I’m not doing anything else7:29 trip all the way to Carol10:58 county approach to practicing law14:34 grow the practice17:16 I used your name, and it worked20:13 do your market researchWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jordan Ostroff from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about the 7 questions you need to ask yourself before making any marketing decisions in your law firm.Jordan Ostroff is the Lawyer with a Life. He works 3 days a week, 20-25 hours per week total, across his law firm and marketing company. Jordan's firm handles PI cases in and around Orlando, and LegalEase Marketing is a fractional CMO for law firms to help them create the same plan Jordan went through to get out of the 70-80 hours a week of work and into a much better life. Since MaxLawCon he and his family have been driving across the country and will continue that for almost a full year because why not? We only get one go through this life, might as well spend it having fun with those you love.2:16 where are they now5:38 LinkedIn8:51 when in doubt, ask12:59 there’s a flip side to this15:55 stay consistent19:37 a lot of repeat business22:02 gut mom reactionWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with CPA, Jessica Gonifas! They dive into the journey behind the finances of your law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about normalizing the talk around money, feeling more confident in your financial situation, and strategically planning for the future, check out this week’s episode.Jessica is a CPA and the owner of Silver Peaks Accounting Services. Before starting her own firm in 2018, her accounting career adventures included working in a public accounting firm, for a large publicly traded company and in both local and state governments.Most recently, she spent over a decade working as a deputy city manager, finance director, and treasurer for the city of Evans, Colorado. During her time with the city, she tripled the cash reserves from $10M to $30M, acted as project manager for a $40M wastewater treatment plant, and managed the finances of a $12M flood recovery project.Jessica is also a mom of three kiddos. Her home base is in Colorado, where she spends most of her free time watching her active teenage boys play sports and travel around the country showing their Quarter Horses – Banjo and Jake.4:35 climbing the ladder7:06 vision and planning10:13 point A to point B14:14 potential tax consequences17:22 driven by the way you run your firm21:18 mastermind approach23:52 not sure how to get thereJim’s Hack: The Obstacle Is The Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph by Ryan Holiday is a good intro to the Stoics. Jessica’s Tip: The mindset work is the most critical piece when it comes to accomplishing any goals in your business.Tyson’s Tip: If you have a Mac and iPad, you can use the iPad as a second screen. It’s very handy when you travel or if you’re working from home.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Mike Allbee from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how to use artificial technology and other tools in your business.Mike feels a great sense of satisfaction and happiness when he helps his clients. Some of these people are going through the darkest moments in their lives, and he’s grateful that he has the knowledge and skills to help these clients tackle their challenges, head on, and make it to the other side. In Mike’s words, “There’s nothing else quite like it.”1:33 ALF4:29 realistic expectations9:11 Semrush12:42 about 52 templates17:02 boss modeWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Craig Goldenfarb from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to hear from Craig, a recovering trial attorney, to learn not only about how to run a good firm but how to run a great law firm business.While Craig is primarily occupied with building the teams that directly manage client cases, he is devoted to serving the legal needs of his “Critical Case” clients. He directly handles pre-suit and litigation matters that involve significant loss, such as catastrophic injury cases, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, negligent security, and heart attacks in public places (AED law).Craig takes pride in being able to fight the insurance companies to obtain fair compensation for his clients.1:34 first woman professor at Harvard Law5:19 children were dying on sports fields9:03 goals in certain systems14:09 another tip to avoid overwhelm18:24 six levels of delegation22:11 tools to growWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal defense attorney, Dustyn Coontz! They dive into being brutally honest about being who you are. If you’re interested in learning more about running a law firm with ADHD, learning to focus only on specific things at a time, and working through the pandemic, check out this week’s episode.Dustyn is husband to Stephanie, dad to Lily (a human) and Archie (a dog), and an eternally optimistic fan of the Detroit Lions. He also owns Coontz Law, a firm dedicated to protecting ordinary Michiganders against the Government. Currently, he spends his spare time humbling himself by taking taekwondo classes with Lily and learning to play ice hockey. Dustyn is on a lifelong quest to maximize the gifts of his ADHD.4:52 law clerk to a probate judge9:42 when I got the diagnosis12:08 Adderall rules15:47 hard to say it tactfully19:18 little gapsJim’s Hack: Running a law firm is often like operating on a two-track system. It’s easy to focus on fixing the problem and go on to the next thing. Instead, take what you’re doing this one time and make it, so it doesn't happen again or have a written out policy/procedure on how to fix that one thing. Doing this in the moment will better benefit you rather than trying to fix everything all at once. Dustyn’s Tip: Check out the Sparketype personality test. It helps you better understand how you work. Tyson’s Tip: For people who need to hire, start the process of hiring today. Get your job ad posted for free now. Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Joey Vitale from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty.Joey is the founder of Indie Law and trademarks are his jam! One day a client – who did not have a trademark registration for her brand – called Joey in tears. She’d gotten a cease and desist from someone who DID formally trademark the brand she’d been using. But because they beat her to it, she had to shut down her entire business operation immediately. It was heartbreaking beyond words. That’s when he decided he wanted to go full force into trademark work: making it his mission to help keep good people from losing what they worked so hard to build.As it turns out, choosing a “niche” to focus on was a game-changer for Joey – and for his business. He was able to learn absolutely everything there is to know about this specific area of the law. And he was able to grow his business to include a team of AMAZING people to help make the process not just tolerable for clients, but a total delight.1:11 lawyers get vulnerable4:26 the scariest moment7:40 who are we being 10:49 the trust seesaw14:11 all about culture17:16 positivity and possibilityWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Bill Umansky from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can be more resilient in the seasons of uncertainty.William D. Umansky, or “The Lawman” as he is affectionately known by his peers, has almost two decades of experience offering “Second Chances” to clients who have either been injured as a result of someone else’s negligence or who have, unfortunately, been charged with a crime. His practice is based in Central Florida, and he advocates for his clients throughout Florida. He is the Managing Partner of the Umansky Law Firm, where he directs a team of lawyers dedicated to success and to working hard to try and achieve the results the firm’s clients desire. 1:48 resiliency 5:00 one last thing9:19 tell me what we spent13:01 the bottom line16:12 you’ll never escape your practice20:33 I feel resilient25:01 peaks and valleysWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with estate planning and business advising attorney, Ron Payne! They dive into the journey of jumping your firm ahead. If you’re interested in learning more about the various practice areas he’s drawn to, lessons to those who practice in multiple areas, and the struggles of running a firm, check out this week’s episode.Mr. Payne is the CEO & Managing Partner for Apple Payne Law, PLLC in Kernersville, NC. APL strives to serve the "entire family", handling family law, business advising, estate planning, and real estate transactions. When he's not busy running the firm, Ron enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 sons, serving as the Cubmaster for his son's Cub Scout Pack, camping, and video games.3:29 high school band teacher7:55 specialist guru12:11 Legal Aid15:45 business and estate planning18:03 core values21:22 I like change24:40 expand28:02 we all belong at the tableJim’s Hack: If you’re looking for that instant message, connect the team realm, check out Discord, a communication tool. It’s very functional, has a great interface, and good user experience. Ron’s Tip: There’s a platform for everything these days. Draw a picture of your tech stack using Canva for your employees to make it easier to understand what they’re using each program/tool for. Tyson’s Tip: You can always improve your marriage. Check out the Go-Giver Marriage: A Little Story About the Five Secrets to Lasting Love book.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Christopher Nicolaysen from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can go from a limiting mindset to an abundance mindset.Christopher focuses primarily on helping those injured in car accidents due to no fault of their own. His personal injury matters include auto accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and trucking accidents. He truly enjoys helping clients through difficult times and helping them get the compensation they deserve.1:49 five mindset shifts3:50 Matthew Fox7:04 Revenge of the Nerds11:01 slow down for a minute15:12 betting on yourself19:01 actionable itemsWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Pete Salsich from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about the ins and outs when it comes to the content you choose to use.Pete is an experienced intellectual property attorney whose practice is focused on advising large and small companies and entrepreneurs regarding the creation, protection, and use of intellectual property, in both litigation and transactional counseling, particularly in the media, technology, and entertainment industries. 1:50 we’re making a video5:06 repurpose9:24 infringing their copyrights12:39 the public interest15:20 Getty’s images18:08 Tik TokWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com.Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with criminal and DUI defense attorney, Adam Rossen! They dive into the journey of building an incredible law firm. If you’re interested in learning more about incremental growth, strategic marketing, and the importance of systems, check out this week’s episode.Adam Rossen is the founder and CEO of the Rossen Law Firm. He was born and raised in South Florida and grew up knowing that he wanted to become either a doctor or lawyer because he wanted to be someone who helps people. He quickly realized that law would be the path for him and became a prosecutor in Broward County after graduating from the University of Miami School of Law.Adam left the prosecutor’s office in 2008 because he wanted to help people in a deeper, more meaningful way as well as satisfy a deep desire to start his own business. Since then, Adam has grown his firm to a 13 person powerhouse team while pursuing its mission to "Help Good People When Bad Things Happen so They Can Achieve Their Best Future."4:23 criminology 9:19 six criminal defense attorneys13:06 15 interns over Zoom16:53 cash can be a problem19:21 market to the type of client you want24:10 you don’t have a bookkeeper Jim’s Hack: Make yourself binge-worthy. Create content on a regular basis, so your market can consume as much from you as they can. Adam’s Tip: Take action! Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare. - Japanese proverb. You need the vision and to take action. Don’t get caught up in the daydream alone.Tyson’s Tip: Check out the Speechify app. It’s an easy-to-use app that reads articles, docs, emails, etc., to you. Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Johnnie Finch from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn about how you can better deal with anxiety, a loss, and to stop putting things on your back.Born and raised in Northeastern, North Carolina, Johnnie was a juvenile counselor before deciding to go to law school at 29. He has run a solo criminal defense practice for the last 8 years or so, where he handles major crimes to traffic tickets, but in the last year, Johnnie has shifted to a majority indigent defense model. He has learned that when you treat your clients with respect, the court and prosecutors sometimes treat them with respect.1:26 my friend Rich4:40 high anxiety high pressure profession8:28 physical or emotional trauma11:21 Andrew Brown14:09 what actually can we controlWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com. Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Ryan Anderson from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about hiring execs, recruiting, and building your firm. Ryan Anderson is the co-founder and CEO of Filevine. Before starting Filevine, Ryan was a founding partner at a western-states firm focused on personal injury, mass tort, and employment class action. With lived experience litigating hundreds of cases, including successful trials with 7-figure settlements, Ryan faced stress and process issues at his firm. He decided to build a solution to solve his problems. Today, rated as one of the top automation tools for law firms, legal departments, and businesses, Filevine is on a continual path of growth. Ryan is a proud husband and father of 5 children and resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. His goal is to change the face of legal work and help lawyers be happier, less stressed, and better equipped to achieve their goals.1:21 recruiting4:29 administrative7:54 conflict based profession10:27 built a team12:36 LinkedIn profile15:15 take them to lunch18:06 radical honesty21:37 most football teams can’t have more than one star running backWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.comJoin us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with one of the founders of Law Student Connect, Jordan Gardner! They dive into the journey of how this platform came to be and what it’s all about. If you’re interested in learning more about connecting law firms with law students or anything in between, check out this week’s episode.The first time Jordan sat across the table from his senior partner and watched him strike his time entries from a client's bill was a defining moment in his life. Because of the compensation structure, every stroke of his pen was money Jordan wouldn't be receiving, and time he could never get back. When he left his office, he started dreaming of a better way to hedge the risk of wasting time on tasks that clients wouldn't pay full price for.That's how Law Student Connect was born. In 2019, Jordan left his job and jumped fully into creating a platform specifically for attorneys to outsource legal research, drafting, doc review, and other basic tasks to law students who were anxious to test themselves on real-world projects.4:50 at the tail end8:34 people-oriented person12:13 hire entry-level law students18:36 law students are hungry for this23:40 work is not as routine or predictableJim’s Hack: Whether you join the Guild or not, owning a law firm can be isolating, so make sure you have a place to go where you can find the support you need to let go of your stress.Jordan’s Tip: Check out the productivity app called, Text Expander. For a small monthly fee, you can type in 6 keystrokes and generate a predefined paragraph, which saves you time.Tyson’s Tip: The DJI Mimo camera is a handheld camera that has delivered amazing results. You can control the camera remotely from your phone. They also have an app that you don’t need the camera for called, LightCut. You can take a group of videos or photos, click a button, and it will put together a promo video.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Gary Falkowitz from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about how you can capitalize on leads, maximize revenue, and improve your intake process.Gary P. Falkowitz is the Managing Partner and Founding Attorney of the Falkowitz Law Firm PLLC‚ one of the premier personal injury law firms in New York. Gary received his J.D., in 2005 from St. John’s University School of Law, where he was a member of the Senior Board of the Moot Court Honor Society. After law school, Gary served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Kings County District Attorney’s Office, where he sought justice on behalf of the Kings County community. 2:02 intake whisperer5:26 the competition is more intense than it has ever been8:42 escalation procedure12:29 fear15:36 digitally impress them18:47 the one call close22:34 follow up with web leadsWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comTickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Billie Tarascio from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Billie’s post-pandemic law firm, the review of her systems, and her experience on the path to continuing becoming an expert in the field.Billie Tarascio has been pushing the boundaries for how to build a successful law practice since starting Modern Law in 2008 in Mesa, Arizona. After graduating from Law School at the University of Oregon, she started seeing what many lawyers see. “Most of the people who needed our help couldn’t afford attorneys and lawyers needed more work,” she says. Searching for a better way of doing things for attorneys and clients alike, she started by building a low-cost law firm to help clients during a difficult economy. Alas, the numbers didn’t work, she recalls. “I needed to find some way of making divorce cheaper,” she said.That’s when she built Access Legal, a cloud-based document automation software for clients to help them create their own forms and filings, ostensibly with the coaching help of an attorney or paralegal. Still, clients were not always comfortable creating legal documents. But technology continued to drive the bottom line in her firm, where she developed techniques to tweak results that she’s been sharing with other lawyers around the country. Through her experiences and driven by metrics, Tarascio has developed the steps to create and assess changes to any law firm, and drive measurable increases in company profits – which ultimately serve clients with better service. Tarascio has four children ages 3 to 14 and lives in Gilbert, Arizona.1:26 made predictions4:01 demand is off the charts7:28 client advocate role12:55 Google mind business16:20 where are the people searching20:17 what is the purpose of the locationsWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comTickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

In today’s episode, Jim and Tyson chat with communications specialist, Janet Falk! They dive into the importance of communication. If you’ve been thinking about how communication could be helpful to improving your practice, check out this week’s episode.Janet Falk is a Communications professional with more than 30 years of experience in-house and at public relations agencies. She advises attorneys at small law firms and with a solo practice on Media Relations and Marketing Communications to: attract new clients, remain top of mind with prior clients, keep in touch with referral sources, help recruit associates, generate a news story about litigation that puts pressure on opposing counsel and achieve business goals. Janet leads workshops on these topics and advises on media relations, website, LinkedIn profile, articles in non-legal industry trade publications, and client newsletters, among other areas. She has published articles on Media Relations and Marketing in The New York Law Journal, The New Jersey Law Journal, and Marketing the Law Firm and is a frequent speaker on webinars and podcasts about Public Relations and Legal Marketing. Speak with her for a complimentary Strategic Communication Session (30-minute consultation) to assess your Communications activity and online presence. She guarantees TWO IDEAS.2:15 octagonal peg6:15 why should anyone care11:29 you’re not saying no comment16:09 broadcasting industry publications20:04 into the media too much24:32 promoting everything that you do onlineJim’s Hack: When you talk about coaching, it’s an investment, not a cost. I challenge you to have a growth mindset. Janet’s Tip: Check out some of my e-books on topics such as networking, LinkedIn, and how you can be the one reporters call. You can access them here. If you’d like to keep in touch for more tips, subscribe to my newsletter.Tyson’s Tip: Check out the TED Masterclass App. It offers a lot of great information. It’s about speaking, specifically the TED style of speaking.Watch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comMaxLawCon tickets are on sale now! Grab your ticket today at www.MaxLawCon2022.com Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Jim Hacking from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn all about Jim’s amazing journey that started him on a path to becoming a lawyer, the need to find something bigger than himself, and advocating for others.1:20 Susan Carlson3:35 a warrior6:16 never been named9:20 made on my behalf11:30 you’re changing the trajectory of people’s lives13:31 be your best selfWatch the podcast here.Join the Guild: www.maxlawguild.comTickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO, on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn

Today we're excited to share a presentation by Dave Frees from MaxLawCon 2021! Tune in to learn what spies, interrogators, and special forces operators can teach you about having a better and more profitable practice.Mr. Frees heads the Firm’s Trust, Estate and Wealth Preservation Section, and Co-chairs the Elder Law Solutions section of the Firm. He serves or has served, on the boards of multiple trust companies and trust committees. Dave has appeared on National Public Radio (NPR), and is a frequent speaker in the areas of trust and estate planning and administration and communication and presentation skills. He has been awarded the designation of Pennsylvania Super Lawyer in Philadelphia Magazine in multiple years (by Super Lawyers©, a Thomson Reuters Company). Dave was named as a “Top Lawyer” in Trusts, Wills, and Estates by Main Line Today Magazine.2:49 the handshake interrupt5:07 force multipliers8:48 deploying tactics12:47 flash of blue17:31 just keep the milk in the cup21:03 subtle tweak in the content25:00 direction for my law firm30:19 yes you can36:48 the time value of money41:40 what are their gains and pains45:14 loop back inTickets to MaxLawCon 2022 are available now! Join us for the best conference for legal entrepreneurs at the Ameristar Casino, Resort, and Spa in St. Charles, MO on Thursday, June 2nd, and Friday, June 3rd! Resources:Join the Guild MembershipSubscribe to the Maximum Lawyer Youtube ChannelFollow us on InstagramJoin the Facebook GroupFollow the Facebook PageFollow us on LinkedIn